Question

this graph represents the situation. what is the slope of the line?
elevation (feet), e
number of minutes, x
slope = \square

Explanation:

Step1: Identify two points on line

Choose $(x_1,y_1)=(0, -6)$ and $(x_2,y_2)=(2, 0)$

Step2: Apply slope formula

Slope formula: $\text{slope} = \frac{y_2 - y_1}{x_2 - x_1}$
Substitute values: $\text{slope} = \frac{0 - (-6)}{2 - 0} = \frac{6}{2}$

Step3: Simplify the fraction

$\frac{6}{2} = 3$

Answer:

3